Events for May 7, 2016
Cal Poly Student Art Exhibit Open in University Art Gallery
Cal Poly’s 2016 Annual Juried Student Exhibition, featuring a wide variety of work made in Art and Design Department classes, will open with a reception at 5 p.m. Thursday, April 14, in the University Art Gallery. Students’ diverse creative abilities will be showcased in photographs, videos, paintings, drawings, graphic designs and sculptures — all on display until May 13.
Cal Poly’s That’s the Key Spring A Cappella Concerts
That’s the Key has performed at numerous events this academic year, including headlining ASI'S Valentine's Day event and Alpha Kappa Psi’s charity ball for clean drinking water around the world. The ensemble also performed at the A Cappella Extravaganza in Napa in January. The group includes 14 students from various majors who sing original arrangements of popular music. Admission at the door: $5
Saturday Morning Farmers’ Market
If you live in San Luis Obispo, it’s hard to shop at the Saturday morning farmers’ market without running into at least one person you know. This is the biggest little market in SLO. Over the past few years the market has grown to over 60 vendors and is the busiest of the SLO County Farmers’ Market Association’s five markets. You can always count on...
Weekly Yoga with Arielle at East Wellbeing & Tea
Traveling back from a two years residence in Spain, Arielle created a yoga practice in the heart of Madrid. Her classes invite a diverse group of individuals from the novice to experienced practitioners. She cultivates a warm, welcoming environment while providing a meditative yet invigorating class. Join Arielle for a well-rounded healing experience every Saturday at 8:30.
Miracle Miles for Kids 2016
Miracle Miles for Kids 2016 Join us on May 7, 2016 to walk or run on the beach! When you cross the finish line, you’ll get the feeling of knowing your participation just made someone’s life better. All proceeds benefit local children and families impacted by trauma on the Central Coast. #BeTheDifference
Rummage Sale to Support Hospice SLO County
Come out and support Hospice SLO County by perusing and purchasing at Cuesta College's Alpha Gamma Sigma's Rummage Sale! What better way to support your local non-profit than by purchasing items at a steal! Items range from used furniture, luggage, cameras, and more! The best deals always go fast, so be sure to stop by early! All proceeds will benefit Hospice of San Luis Obispo...
Weekly Yoga with Cara at East Wellbeing & Tea
Cara Smith has been dancing since before she could walk, and has been trained and practicing dance for the last 10 years. She started her yoga practice about 4 years ago and has been in love with it every since. She was trained at Laughing Lotus. Yoga is an ancient art based on a harmonizing system of development for the body, mind, and spirit. The...
Mystical Unicorn Party
Come let out your inner unicorn at this party for all ages! Frolic over to our magical games and activities! Everyone who attends this whimsical event will receive a prize! When: Saturday, May 7th from 10am - 1pm Where: Whiz Kids Toys! How Much: Free!
Kendra Aronson’s Farmers Market Cookbook Signing
I'll be signing books at SLO Consignment. Pro tip: this is a fantastic place to get beautiful utensils, plate ware, and props for food styling and food photography!
SLO Railroad Museum hosts SLO Train Day
Join us as we celebrate the 122nd anniversary of the arrival of the Southern Pacific Railroad to San Luis Obispo in 1894. We will have activities on the platform, including railroad art work for sale, a railroad swap meet, food, wine tasting and music. Admission to the Museum is only $3 for adults, $2 for kids (3 years or under and members are FREE). Come...
SLO MakerSpace EXPO 2016
The SLO MakerSpace Expo will take place May 7, 2016 at Mission Plaza from 11am-3pm and at SLO Makerspace from 4pm-8pm to showcase the spirit of ingenuity, invention, and making in San Luis Obispo county and surrounding areas. This is the third event of its type, having run the past two Mays under different sponsorship. The core organizing committee has also evolved, but continues to...
CASA of SLO County presents A Day at the Races
Celebrating the Kentucky Derby - Join us for an afternoon of food, drinks, music, and friendly competition. Raffle prizes, cornhole contest, hat contest, lawn games, whiskey and wine tasting! Proceeds benefit abused and neglected children in our community.
Kendra Aronson’s Farmers Market Cookbook Signing
"Bring your favorite person (maybe your mama!) and join us in the studio for an afternoon showcasing the many creative talents from around the Central Coast! We will have many crafty artists all under one roof for you to meet and support their passions and creations. From pottery to healthy treats to jewelry and much more, there will be something just right for you and...
The Great American Melodrama Presents Across the River
Across the River is a musical folktale based on one of America’s most-loved novels. Huckleberry Finn helps his friend Jim escape slavery, and the two outcasts find themselves fleeing down the mighty Mississippi. Soon the unlikely pair are dodging bullets, finding treasure, and outsmarting conmen. You’ll cheer along the way as Huck finds his own moral compass and learns the difference between right and wrong....
Arts Obispo Presents Cambria Art Walk
Twelve to twenty galleries and art studios in Cambria open their doors the first Saturday of each month. Some have demonstrations, many have music and beverages. The art walk is completely free.
New Spring Menu at Foremost
The new Spring menu is here! Come see what Chef Julie Simon has created from the finest local and seasonal produce, and celebrate what spring has to offer, through May 31. Audrey Tito [email protected] Phone: 439-3410 Foremost Wine Co. 570 Higuera St. Ste. 105 San Luis Obispo 93401
Arts Obispo Presents Paso Robles Art Walk
Saturday, May 7, 6-9pm Studios on the Park, Paso Robles Downtown Paso is the place to be Saturday night for Art After Dark Paso at Studios on the Park. It's a fun evening filled with art, wine and live music!
The Great American Melodrama Presents Across the River
Across the River is a musical folktale based on one of America’s most-loved novels. Huckleberry Finn helps his friend Jim escape slavery, and the two outcasts find themselves fleeing down the mighty Mississippi. Soon the unlikely pair are dodging bullets, finding treasure, and outsmarting conmen. You’ll cheer along the way as Huck finds his own moral compass and learns the difference between right and wrong....
Cuesta JAZZ Ensembles CD Project Concert
Cuesta Jazz Ensembles CD Project Concert - This May the Cuesta Jazz Studies department is recording a full length CD featuring the Big Bands, student small groups and faculty. Come and see these award winning groups as the present the music that they are planning for this project! You might even get a chance to help them decide which pieces make it onto the CD....
San Luis Obispo Symphony presents Classics in the Cohan V – with Cuesta Master Chorale & Cal Poly Choirs
Thomas Davies, conductor Cuesta Master Chorale/Cal Poly Choirs Mahler: Symphony No. 2, C Minor, “Resurrection”
Cal Poly’s That’s the Key Spring A Cappella Concerts
That’s the Key has performed at numerous events this academic year, including headlining ASI'S Valentine's Day event and Alpha Kappa Psi’s charity ball for clean drinking water around the world. The ensemble also performed at the A Cappella Extravaganza in Napa in January. The group includes 14 students from various majors who sing original arrangements of popular music. Admission at the door: $5
Cal Poly Presents That’s the Key Cappella Ensemble
Cal Poly a cappella ensemble That's the Key will perform its spring concert at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, May 6-7, in Room 218 in the Davidson Music Center (No. 45) on campus. That's the Key has performed at numerous events this academic year, including headlining the Cal Poly ASI's Valentine's Day event and Alpha Kappa Psi's charity ball for clean drinking water around the...